Astrology of Today – May 28, 2016

The Moon is in Pisces from 5:05 PM forward (until Monday, May 30th, at 9:09 PM).

The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase.

A Full Moon occurred on the 21st, and a Last Quarter Moon will occur tomorrow.

Mercury is direct and is in its post-retrograde shadow until June 7th.

Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).

Times are EDT

Horoscopes

Aries

Aries

With the Sun in your communications sector these days, dear Aries, you’re craving more variety and mental stimulation. This is generally pleasant, but today, the Sun and Uranus form a minor challenging aspect that can leave you feeling a little harried. If the pace is too fast today, take extra time for yourself. Things are changing, but you are also gaining more freedom and independence. This shouldn’t happen too quickly – think about the changes you need to make and then develop a plan for implementing them rather than putting all the pressure on yourself to do something right now.

Taurus

Taurus

Deep inner changes are brewing these days, dear Taurus, and today you may not know exactly what they are, but you are definitely feeling that change is necessary. Actions today can be impulsive, however, if you don’t tame them. If driven by a desire to rid yourself of certain unpleasant elements of the past, consider making a good plan rather than attempting to put things behind you with a slapdash approach There is no quick fix at the moment, even if you truly wish there to be one. Tension can arise over situations that make you feel guilty or neglectful, so it is especially important to set aside some time to get in touch with what may be undermining your happiness. This evening, the Moon moves into your social sector, stimulating a desire to connect with others.

Gemini

Gemini

With more attention coming your way these days, dear Gemini, you’ll find increased motivation to improve your image and your manner so that you more readily attract what you truly want and need into your life. There can be some tension today, however, if you feel that someone or something is holding you back, or if a friend seems to be crossing boundaries. Issues of freedom can come to the fore now. Ambitions are stimulated later today as the Moon rises to the top of your chart, reminding you of the long range.

Cancer

Cancer

With the Sun in the sign right behind yours these days, dear Cancer, you may be doing some spring cleaning of sorts – clearing out the deadwood, resting, reflecting, and putting things to rest or tying up loose ends. While goals may not be clear right now, they don’t need to be, so don’t let today’s somewhat impulsive energy make you think otherwise. Impulses are not often instincts, so be careful that you don’t take action based on impatience rather than intuition. There can be some unrest and discontent, and you can quite suddenly decide that you need more excitement. A plan of action may be missing, however. This can leave you spinning your wheels. Center yourself and enjoy the Moon’s entry into your sector of spirit late afternoon.

Leo

Leo

You’re currently in a solar cycle that brings your attention to a need to connect to groups or people with whom you share common aspirations, dear Leo. Today, watch for impulsive decisions. Information or ideas that upset the status quo can figure strongly in the second half of the day. Although there can be some misunderstandings, overall your personal magnetism is strong today. While you have many reasons to feel more engaged these days, there can be a temporary lull today that shouldn’t actually set you back, but that might redirect you a little if you are in need of change.

Virgo

Virgo

Today brings impulsive energy, dear Virgo, possibly stimulating foolish or regrettable decisions that you may want to watch for. Otherwise, it’s good for productivity, if you can tone down the urge to rebel against schedules. There may be stronger demands on your time today, which leaves you with less opportunities to pursue your own interests. You have just begun a stronger, take-charge cycle for career and responsibilities, but today’s energies may pull you back a little, ideally to direct your attention to areas that require change, updates, and a more progressive approach. The Moon’s move into your partnership sector this evening can turn your attention to your social life or increase your desire for companionship.

Libra

Libra

There is a stronger need for fresh knowledge and mental stimulation these days, dear Libra, with the Sun in your adventure sector, although today, this can be a little disruptive. The routine elements of your life seem to be more drab and dull in your mind’s eye now, so do what you can to tame inner restlessness if circumstances conspire to keep you in one place. Other people can bring surprises into your life today, or there can be a change of schedule that can be unsettling at first. Embracing change is your best bet. Consider areas of your life that may benefit from a more progressive approach.

Scorpio

Scorpio

You may feel rushed or pressured into something today, dear Scorpio, but important decisions made right now are unlikely to be beneficial. Reactive tendencies can lead to problems in relationships today, and work may suffer as you can be impatient with routines. Avoid overstimulation today, but consider ways to make changes and improvements going forward. Once past the impulses and tensions of the day, you can find comfort in family and home life, and may benefit from expressing your more creative urges once the Moon moves into your expressive solar fifth house early evening.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius

With the Sun now in your partnership sector, dear Sagittarius, you are likely to be feeling more sociable, conciliatory, and willing to compromise. Today is good for recognizing your own needs, which are just as important as those of anyone else. However, it will be especially beneficial to discern between rebellious feelings, which are strongly stimulated in the latter half of the day, and genuine needs for independence and freedom. Learning this difference will give you much strength. While the Moon’s move into sensitive Pisces this evening can encourage you to see others in a more compassionate light, you may feel some energy depletion.

Capricorn

Capricorn

This can be a great time for getting rid of bad habits, or taking a few steps towards your self-improvement goals, dear Capricorn, with the Sun in your solar sixth house these days. However, you could feel some pressure to make changes today, but it will be important to think through what these may be, or you will feel unnecessarily restless. Consider ways to add more oomph to your work and everyday affairs. While there is a small risk of life feeling too chaotic as you quite suddenly take notice of various flaws and problems, you’re in a good position to fix these things if you are able to center yourself and take things one step at a time.

Aquarius

Aquarius

Romance might be on your mind more than usual these days, dear Aquarius, and creative projects may be renewed or refreshed, new avenues for self-expression and entertainment can open up, and the need for feedback is very strong. Today, however, there can be some tension if you are resisting change or if you are feeling too overwhelmed with a chaotic schedule and the demands of people around you. It may be difficult to get the right message across if you are feeling hurried. Emotional restraint comes far more easily tonight with the Moon having moved out of, and away from, your sign.

Pisces

Pisces

There is more attention to domestic and personal matters these days, dear Pisces, as you focus on making yourself feel secure and content on basic levels. Building up inner strength and nurturing the self as well as loved ones are in the spotlight but today, some tensions can arise, likely over matters of security and finances, or personal possessions, if these have been a little out of your control. There may be unusual undercurrents in your interactions now. The trick is to center yourself long enough to understand what changes need to be made and only then begin to implement them one step at a time. Try not to make too-quick decisions right now. Get into better touch with your true needs while learning to identify desires that come from discontent.

The Details:

If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 5:05 pm
Event: Moon enters Pisces
Description: The Moon in Pisces
A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 4:18 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 4:35 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Uranus
We are open to new ideas. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings.

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 4:18 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 5:05 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Pis
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Pisces
A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 7:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun SSq Ura
Description: Transiting Sun SemiSquare Transiting Uranus
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.

Date & Time: 28 May 2016 10:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cnj Ves
Description: Transiting Venus Conjunction Transiting Vesta
We may crave commitment or deep involvement in our relationships, or nothing at all. We are willing to make sacrifices if we feel they’re necessary to improve our lives or finances. We are serious, particular, and selective.

FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
AIR STRONG
We tend to favor rational, objective thought over emotions, impulses, and feelings at this time. We are more intellectual, fair-minded, and logical in our approach, Ideas flow easily and quickly, we are more communicative and guided by principles, and also somewhat dispassionate or impersonal.

BALANCE OF MODES

CARDINAL WEAK
This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.

LUNAR PHASE: DISSEMINATING
Moon 135 to 90 degrees behind the Sun.
Sharing our knowledge with the world is a major motivation at this stage. We believe we have gained much knowledge and wisdom through our experiences, and want to ensure others have the benefit as well.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 28th:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

THE MOON

THE MOON IN AQUARIUS
You feel secure with intellect rather than emotions. You may be aloof from emotions, or distrust emotions as irrational and unpredictable. You may have viewed your mother as emotionally erratic.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MARS Orb 2°28′ Applying
We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN GEMINI
You are curious, communicative, versatile and talkative. You may be unreliable and evasive.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 2°30′ Applying
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.

SQUARE JUPITER Orb 6°03′ Applying
There can be exaggerated good moods or a tendency to go over the top now. Clashes of ego can occur.

OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 5°47′ Applying
You feel that forces are against you in life. You are always stopped from doing what you want. As a child, a father figure, may have been strict and imposing. As an adult you continue to feel this restrictions. You may also fear pushing beyond the restrictions. Your challenge is to create your own rules and beliefs on which to build your life.

SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°13′ Applying
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN TAURUS
You place importance on traditional knowledge. You learn in a slow, methodical and hands-on manner. You stick to old ideas and may fear having to learn anything new.

16TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Carotid arteries
Sabian Symbol: An old man attempting vainly to reveal the mysteries.

TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°22′ Applying
This is a good time for serious and determined study and investigation. We are drawn to looking for truths and to unexplored topics and ideas.

VENUS

VENUS IN GEMINI
You are curious and flirtatious, and enjoy intellectual relationships with exchanges of ideas. Communicating within a relationship is important to you. You can be restless, and sometimes gets bored. You may have many money-making schemes.

6TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Lower left pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: Drilling for oil.

ASPECTS OF VENUS
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 5°36′ Separating
You struggle to balance your own needs and the needs of your partners in relationships. You see-saw between wanting closeness and freedom. On the one hand you seek adventure on your own, on the other you want to be close to your partner. The ideal is a balance between the two.

MARS

MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.

ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 4°45′ Applying
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.

14TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A family tree.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 0°16′ Separating
We are faced with the need to temper our enthusiasm or to slow down to avoid overextending ourselves. This is a time for clarifying and editing projects and goals. We may need to cut back on something in order to grow in another area. Patience is required now.

OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 1°50′ Separating
We may be misled easily under this influence–by others, or by our own unrealistic or inflated expectations. Routine seems to be particularly unsatisfying now, as we are inclined to want to find more meaning in what we’re doing.

TRINE PLUTO Orb 3°18′ Applying
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.

CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 4°15′ Applying
Your current life challenge is to embrace adventure. You may find yourself in situations which inspire you to see the big picture. Inspiring others, possibly through preaching or teaching, may be part of your life’s destiny. Benevolent groups may also play a key role.

SATURN

SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014 to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015 to December 20, 2017)

14TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Cutaneous vessles of the thighs
Sabian Symbol: The pyramids and the sphinx.

ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 1°33′ Applying
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.

URANUS

URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle
Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.
NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011 to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012 to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025 to January 26, 2026)

12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.

ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 6°05′ Applying
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008 to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008 to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023 to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024 to November 19, 2024).

18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.

CHIRON

CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011 to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018 to February 18, 2019).

25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.

ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 6°48′ Separating
You have a tendency to become stuck in a mire of self-pity, seeing only the pain and suffering in life. You need to develop the caring and sensitive side of your nature for the good of others.

VESTA

VESTA IN GEMINI
Networking and coordinating are two key factors in your work. You enjoy communicating and exchanging information, particularly at work. You have a tendency to avoid emotions, in favor of intellectual conversations. You may be a committed writer.

6TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Lower left pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: Drilling for oil.

PALLAS

PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.

6TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left cuboid bone
Sabian Symbol: Officers on dress parade.

JUNO

JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.

CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.

16TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Pons
Sabian Symbol: Dancing in the setting sun.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.

19TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Oesophageal groove
Sabian Symbol: A swimming race.
THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.

19TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of left toes
Sabian Symbol: A master instructing his pupil.